That’s when police found what the truck was hauling – over 15,000 kilograms (33,000 pounds) of contraband tobacco.

The load is estimated to be worth over $5 million in lost taxes.

Leeds County #OPP have charged a @CityBrampton man after seizing more than 33,000 lbs of contraband tobacco (worth over $5-million) on the 401 in the Township of Leeds and the 1000 Islands. @OPP_News ^bd